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April 30, 2012
The "World's 50 Best" List Is Published, Is Usual Steaming Pile of Irrelevance
Oh, look, this year's edition of "The World's 50 Best Restaurants", sponsored by San Pellegrino and its subsidiary Acqua Panna, has come out. Cue the precious online debates and the bored yawns from the rest of the world.Ranked lists of the best anything are patent bollocks: they necessarily reflec ... More >>
Culture
April 19, 2012
Daiso Is Dollar Shopping, Japan-Style
[Trendzilla] The Irvine store has a yen for big savings!
Blogs
April 9, 2012
VIDEO: Ramen Gets Set on Fire at Kyoto Restaurant
I just returned from an awesome trip to Japan, home of sakura blossoms, crazy vending machines, maid cafes, kawaii adorableness, Pocky and ramen--so much ramen. I slurped my weight in noodly goodness. Oh, pork broth and soft-boiled soy sauce egg, how I love thee. The most unique ramen experienc ... More >>
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March 9, 2012
5 Reasons To See Jiro Dreams of Sushi, in Theaters TODAY
Jiro Dreams of Sushi is the exquisite documentary about Jiro Ono, the 85-year-old chef at the famed Tokyo sushi restaurant Sukiyabashi Jiro. (Read a Q&A with director David Gelb here.) Need a reason to drive out to L.A. to catch the film, which opens today? Here are five delicious ones. ... More >>
Blogs
January 28, 2012
Popular YouTube Chef Seriously Injured
If Cooking With Dog isn't the most popular cooking channel on YouTube, it is certainly the most beloved. The series of cooking shorts that details, step-by-step, the creation of more than 70 Japanese dishes was recently selected for a YouTube Japanese Award. Our sister blog SFoodie shares our lov ... More >>
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January 18, 2012
5 Strange Video Game-Inspired Dishes From Japan
Here in the United States, we do silly things like honor our precious movie stars by naming sandwiches after them. To name a few, there are the "Woody Allen" at Carnegie Deli in New York, "The Salma" and "The Kiera" at Hot Doug's in Chicago, and "Marilyn Monroe"--a Thanksgiving-style turkey sandw ... More >>
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November 1, 2011
Shonen Knife's Naoko Yamano: 'I'm Ashamed to Write Songs About Love'
Shonen KnifeIt's been three decades since beloved all-female Japanese pop-punk trio Shonen Knife formed, and although they have only one remaining original member, singer/guitarist Naoko Yamano, they still pump out an endearing mixture of pop, punk, food and fantasy that has attracted fans all ov ... More >>
Blogs
October 28, 2011
Japan Has More Top Restaurants Than France Says Michelin Guide
In the battle of sushi versus foie gras, sushi wins. Or so says the Michelin Guide, which has decreed that Japan has more top restaurants than France for the first time since the book started rating restaurants in The Land of The Rising Sun in 2008.
Blogs
October 12, 2011
[UPDATED with Conditions of Injured:] Mysterious Explosion Rocks Newport Beach
UPDATE, OCT. 12, 2:09 P.M.: Newport Beach fire officials still haven't found the cause of an explosion that sent four people to a hospital this morning. Three are in serious condition with burns to their arms and faces, while the fourth, who drove to the hospital, sustained moderate injuries. A ... More >>
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September 21, 2011
Top Eight Highlights from Tokyo Game Show 2011
Tokyo Game Show, the Japanese expo equivalent of Los Angeles' Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), was held over the past weekend in the midst of the Japanese scorching summer heat. Along with new information regarding Sony's PlayStation Vita, new game and hardware announcements along with hands-o ... More >>
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September 16, 2011
Cup Noodles Museum Opens in Japan
You Offend Me You Offend My FamilyThe Cup Noodles Museum opens today! And no, I don't mean my old dorm room closet. Forty years ago, Nissin Foods introduced to the world what would become a food staple of college students, stoners, kitchen klutzes and overworked cubicle rats. To celebr ... More >>
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September 9, 2011
Weekend Guide: OC Japan Fair, Cupcake Camp and Lotsa Lobsta
Cupcake Camp OC Facebook PageIt's gonna be a crazy weekend 'round here. And it starts . . . now. TODAYOriginal Long Beach Lobster Festival What: Watch out, Sebastian! Loads of crustaceans will be steamed, buttered and served with coleslaw and watermelon at this beloved annual event. &nb ... More >>
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July 28, 2011
Nintendo Alienates Their Biggest Fans: 5 Nintendo Games that May NEVER Be Released
Pandora's Tower: A game that you may NEVER get a chance to play.This year's lineup of games for Nintendo's systems are running a bit thin. Sure, we've got The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword and a few 3DS games to look forward to, but the number of games that are targeting the experienced gamer cr ... More >>
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July 13, 2011
Three of Nintendo's Awesome Japanese Services That We Will Never See
Recently available to Nintendo 3DS owners--of Japan and Europe, for now--is the Nintendo Video service. The service is expected to release "Nintendo-approved" 2D and 3D content to the 3DS with cartoons, comedy clips, and even music videos. Working alongside another application known as SpotPass T ... More >>
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July 7, 2011
When East Los Meets Tokyo: Chicano Rap and Lowrider Culture in Japan
Earthquakes aren't the only thing that California and Japan have in common. For years Japanese youth have adopted and emulated lowrider culture and Chicano Rap as their own. This peculiar phenomenon attracted a promotional tour to Japan in 2006 by Always Running author Luis J. Rodriguez who brou ... More >>
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April 14, 2011
Break Me Off a Piece of That (Pounded Soybean Paste) Kit Kat Bar!
I just discovered the flickr set Kit Kats of the World, and boy, we Americans are getting gypped with boring milk chocolate. Japan's got much more intriguing varieties such as salt-watermelon, jasmine tea, chocolate & grilled potato, wasabi, grilled corn, sports drink and even "air-condition ... More >>
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April 14, 2011
OC (Hearts) Japan
House of Blues
Blogs
April 7, 2011
Flier of the Week: Benefit show for Japan at Alex's Bar
Ever since the major catastrophe in Japan, people have been wondering how they can help the victims, who are just starting to put their lives back together again. For musicians, the best way to help is to put on a show and invite as many bands and DJ's as you can.
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April 7, 2011
Benefit Show for Japan
Alex's Bar
Blogs
March 30, 2011
Tonight: Baja Sharkeez Newport Beach Fundraiser for Japan
The always loud and festive Baja Sharkeez Newport Beach is stepping up to help the Japan relief effort by hosting a silent auction and raffle tonight from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. There's some serious loot up for bidding--Lakers and Angels tickets, autographed Anaheim Ducks and Los Angeles Kings equipmen ... More >>
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March 23, 2011
Gwen Stefani Donates $1 Million to Japanese Emergency Fund
After co-opting Japanese fashion for years, Gwen Stefani is giving back. Today, she announced that she donated $1 million to Save the Children's relief efforts for Japan. The No Doubt singer and fashion designer said in a statement: "I've been inspired by Japan for many years and have a true love ... More >>
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March 17, 2011
Black Eyed Peas, Blink-182, Simon Cowell and More Host Benefits for Japan Via Shows, T-Shirts, Albums, Vids, Tweets
In the wake of the unfathomable disaster in Japan, musicians are showing their support through benefit shows, merch and other creative endeavors, rallying fans to help the country. Their efforts can make a real impact--Gaga's Japan-relief wristbands raised $250,000 in just 48 hours. Here's ... More >>
Blogs
March 16, 2011
Ramen Shop Owner Who Lost His Home in Japan Tsunami Gives Away Noodles
There's a lot of news coming out of Japan, all of it sad, some of it worrisome; but then there are a few stories that instill hope, like this one, which is about an owner of ramen shop in Miyako City who decided to give away his noodles even as he, himself, lost his home in the tsunami. Why? Becau ... More >>
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March 16, 2011
Japan Radiation No Threat to California, Officials Say
Maybe it's the fact that Japan's Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant has already suffered several explosions, is currently leaking radiation into the air, and seems to be headed toward total meltdown. Maybe it's the fact that a cold pressure system is sucking cold wind out of China and Korea and sendin ... More >>
Blogs
March 16, 2011
How the Video Game Community Is Responding to Japan's Quake Disasters
Masahiro Sakurai's TwitterA photo by Kirby creator Masahiro Sakurai shows empty Tokyo streets after the earthquakeWith the death toll rising above 10,000 people, 88,000 people reported missing and the threat of numerous nuclear meltdowns, Japan is facing its worst national catastrophe since World ... More >>
Blogs
March 15, 2011
Lady Gaga Designs Japan Relief Bracelet, Raises $250,000 So Far
Using her star power and fashion prowess for good, Lady Gaga has designed a "We Pray for Japan" wristband, sold on her site for $5, with all proceeds going toward Japan earthquake/tsunami relief efforts.Today, she tweeted that $250,000 has been raised so far.
Blogs
March 14, 2011
Japan Quake Disaster Raises Fears and Charity in OC
Photo by Airman John D. Partlow/U.S. Air ForceDisplaced commercial airline passengers take shelter inside Taiyo Community Center on Friday.Those following the epic horrors playing out across the Pacific are aware that the 8.9 magnitude earthquake has been officially declared the worst catastrophe ... More >>
Blogs
January 13, 2011
Some of Japan McDonald's New American-Themed Burgers Are Hilariously Misguided
McDonalds.co.jpThe food-blog web is snickering with news that McDonald's outlets in Japan are doing a new burger promotion called Big America 2 (yes, it's a sequel, meaning they've done this before).The burgers, hilarious caricatures and revealing in how Japan sees us, are shown above in all thei ... More >>
Blogs
January 6, 2011
Record Price For Tuna
Flickr user 4-6The Tsukiji fish market auction grabs headlines this time of year, almost every year. Last year, the story was on a 513 pound bluefin tuna that netted $177,000. This year's catch blew that one out of the water.
Blogs
January 6, 2011
In Memoriam: Bassist Mick Karn Dead at 52
Myspace.comMick Karn, long-time bassist for Japan and then Dalis Car, has lost his battle with cancer. Karn was born Andonis Michaelides to Greek Cypriot parents in Nicosia, Cyprus. His family moved to London, England when he was a young boy. He met the other members of what would become Japan as ... More >>
Blogs
October 29, 2010
So, How's Mexican Food in Japan?
Flickr user marshallkiyoshihigaHappy person enjoying a meal at El Pancho.Maybe you have some preconceived notion of what it would be like to work in the same office as Gustavo Arellano. Maybe you imagined that whenever you announce you're leaving the country for a vacation, Gustavo says something ... More >>
Calendar
October 14, 2010
Both Cheese
VIento y Agua Gallery
Blogs
February 22, 2010
Kasugai Konpeito Candy
Edwin GoeiName: Kasugai Konpeito Candy Origin: Japan Found at: Freshia, Tustin Cost: $2.49 Ingredients: Sugar, FD & C Yellow No. 5, FD & C Yellow No. 6, FD & C Blue No. 1. Why I Bought It: Moth balls. They first looked like moth balls. Further research revealed that these cand ... More >>
Calendar
April 16, 2009
Art of the Samurai
Bowers Museum
Blogs
April 13, 2009
More East-Meets-Mex Fusion at Wafu of Japan
I raved about the samurai burrito at Wafu of Japan last month; here's another Japexican creation from this small, delicious eatery: jalapeños stuffed with spicy tuna.No need to buy Tums. The chilies that Wafu's chefs use are of the shishito variety, more piquant than fiery, while when has anyone ev ... More >>
Calendar
April 2, 2009
Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival
Bowers Museum
Food
December 4, 2008
[This Hole-in-the-Wall Life] Pay Teriyaki Forward at Tokyo Teriyaki
Bowers Museum
Blogs
October 29, 2008
99 Ranch Wants You To Know: "NOT Made in China!"
Browsed through the online ads for 99 Ranch today and I noticed something I'd never noticed before. On their flier, attached to pictures of items that are look remotely Asian in origin, there are now big cartoony bubbles that proclaim "Made in Taiwan" or "Made in Japan". I'm pretty sure that befor ... More >>
News
September 20, 2007
Not-so-americana
An Introduction to Japanese Sake
Music
May 31, 2007
Aural Reports
From Her Van to Your Mind: Reina Boone strums local, thinks global
Music
May 17, 2007
Aural Reports
Anime(xican) American: Stephanie Yanez brings sabor to karaoke
Columns
October 12, 2006
!Ask a Mexican!
Special Rip-Off Edicion
Blogs
March 21, 2006
Atomic Action Beanball
A coincidence, but one which raises a question. The coincidence: last night Japan won the title game in the World Baseball Classic, and last night I happened across a curious minor relic of the relationship between baseball in the U.S. and baseball in Japan. The question it raised in my mind: do th ... More >>
Culture
June 16, 2005
Kabuki Dreams
How a former Huntington High drama student became a cultural insider
Music
October 14, 2004
Guitar Wolf
How a former Huntington High drama student became a cultural insider
Film
December 4, 2003
Shadow Warriors
The Last Samurai gets lost in a tendentious haze
Columns
November 27, 2003
We Respond to Register Letters
The Last Samurai gets lost in a tendentious haze
Music
October 2, 2003
Sweet Dreams
The Last Samurai gets lost in a tendentious haze
Food
May 8, 2003
Domo Arigato, Mr. Natto
Learning to love Japans stinky weapon of culinary destruction
Film
May 31, 2001
Fear Factory
Jin-Roh shows anime at its most terrifying
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